Bursary in support of Alternative Paths of Environmental Learning

The Knick, Knack, Nook offers bursaries for individuals of any age pursuing alternative paths of learning that clearly develop their ability to advance environmental sustainability.

The scope of opportunity for this bursary is wide and the Awards Committee offers the following examples of learning programs that would be favourably considered:

A young adult has been educated through homeschooling and Island Discovery and now wishes to learn straw bale construction with a view to bringing that technology back to Bowen through offering community workshops and other kinds of mentoring.

A mature student wants to study permaculture in order to be more effective in developing and sustaining participation in community gardens on Bowen.

A person who has kept a few beehives on the island now wishes to develop their knowledge and experience of beekeeping with the intention of becoming an advocate for the expansion of beekeeping on Bowen at a time when there is concern about the diminishing number of bees available for pollination.

A person interested in gardening who would like to learn how to design gardens to conserve water, and would like to build a demonstration drought-resistant garden or offer hands-on workshops to the community.

Last year's recipient was studying online to become a “Land Care Professional” at Gaia College. The courses she was taking included: holistic land management, landscape design, horticulture, permaculture, business skills, water management, growing food and soil sciences. The bursary helped to pay for the final courses needed to complete her studies.

Please note:

Applications for this bursary are ongoing.

Only applications using an electronic format will be considered.

Preference will be given to applicants demonstrating strong ties to Bowen and those who have already shown a commitment to environmental issues. Though not the primary determining factor, financial need will be a consideration.

Please include the following in your application:

Your full name, address, telephone number and email address

Your connection to the Bowen Island community

A description of the learning program you intend to pursue

The ways in which this alternative path of learning will advance the next interest in environmental and/or social sustainability

Your leadership experience in other settings (volunteer or paid)

The way in which this financial award will make a difference in your ability to pursue this path of learning

Documentation providing proof of participation in this program of learning

A letter reference from someone other than relative (appropriate contact information for the reference must be included, and the Awards Committee may contact the reference.)

Please submit fully completed application to Knick Knack Nook Re-Use It Store Society, to the attention of the Awards Committee at info@knickknacknook.org